Jesus of Montreal

Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ offers a visceral and intense depiction of the last twelve hours in the life of Jesus. Viewers intrigued by religious themes and who appreciate a more sensory and raw storytelling approach may find this movie captivating.

Spotlight focuses on the true story of journalists uncovering widespread child abuse by the Catholic church in Boston. For audiences interested in starker, real-world religious issues that question institutional faith, this film can be a powerful watch.

Directed by Martin Scorsese, The Last Temptation of Christ explores the life and struggles of Jesus Christ in a humanistic and psychologically rich portrayal. Fans of Jesus of Montreal may appreciate this film's deep dive into the humanity of biblical figures and its thought-provoking narrative.

Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life blends a family's story with questions about existence and faith. Though not a biblical story, its contemplative nature and themes of spirituality and existential questioning will strike a chord with those who found Jesus of Montreal thought-provoking.